U.S. Army Recruiting News

Wife and daughters of male Soldier pin his rank during his promotion ceremony. Ceremony is outside on a sunny day.

June 3, 2025

Meet your Recruiter – Sgt. 1st Class Noel Riosortiz

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Sgt. 1st Class Noel Riosortiz, a native of Bayamón, Puerto Rico, serves as a medical Recruiter at the Gainesville Medical Recruiting Station in Gainesville, Florida. He was recently recognized by U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as one of the command’s standout performers.

Two Army Rangers perform mountaineering training.

May 30, 2025

Road to becoming an Army Ranger

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Do you dream of serving among the Army’s elite, as an Army Ranger? You may think this grueling path is only for Soldiers with years of experience, but there's an option for new recruits to train directly for the 75th Ranger Regiment right from basic training.

students with blue and white graduation cap and gowns sit in chairs listening to graduation speech.

May 21, 2025

Got college credits? The Army will pay you for them

FORT KNOX, Ky. — As graduation caps fly and students celebrate their academic milestones this season, now is the time to decide the next chapter. The Army offers bonuses for individuals who have college credit. Why not receive a monetary reward for all your hard work?

Four recruiters standing together at a recruiting station.

May 9, 2025

Recruiters Rescue Struck Motorcyclist

Albuquerque, N.M. — U.S. Army Recruiters Staff Sgt. Craig Myers, Staff Sgt. Leon Lloyd and Staff Sgt. Vincent Tolentino unexpectedly found themselves in a life-changing situation while returning to the Rio Rancho Recruiting Station in March after a visit to a local high school.

Soldiers conducting a patrol in Greece on a dirt road with a mountain range in front of them.

May 8, 2025

Duty Station of Choice puts you in control

FORT KNOX, Ky. — For those considering joining the U.S. Army, the question often arises: Where will I be stationed for my first assignment? What if you could select your first location, allowing you to choose where your Army journey begins?

May 6, 2025

From Poland to Queens: Patriot Beyond Borders

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Sgt. 1st. Class Thomasz Sobota’s story began in Bytom, Poland, an industrial city far removed from the opportunities of the United States.

SSG Carrillo, Cameren Hawkins, PV2 Garcia, Matthewz Velez

May 6, 2025

Hazleton Army Recruiting Soldiers spring into action after nearby collision

New Cumberland, Pa. — The Soldiers of the Hazleton Recruiting Station demonstrated leadership, quick thinking, and selfless service during an emergency that unfolded right outside their office.

Retired SFC Michael Rafferty, Elijah Rafferty and Family pose after Elijas takes his oath

May 5, 2025

A Legacy of Service and New Beginnings

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa — In the corridors of a Berlin Museum, a photograph hangs as a silent witness to history, a young Sgt. 1st Class Michael Rafferty, standing watch as the Berlin Wall crumbled down.

Five Soldiers in duty uniform pose for a photo outside.

April 30, 2025

Healing Heroes: From Army Medical Recruiter to Army Doctor, a Soldier’s Story of Dedication

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — "I’ve always said I wanted to take the Medical College Admission Test to figure out what our HPSP applicants go through," said Staff Sgt. Austin Richards, recalling how his journey unfolded from an Army medical recruiter to an Army Health Professions Scholarship Program recipient.

Army band members perform in OCPs on a stage with colorful lights and their microphones.

April 29, 2025

More than music: a career as an Army Musician

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Picture yourself center stage of a sold-out performance playing the instrument you love. Years of hard work and now all your dreams have come true, you are a successful musician playing for audiences around the world.